Robert Klein Receives 2010 Biotech Humanitarian Award

CIRM Governing Board Chairman Robert Klein received the 2010 BioTech Humanitarian Award, given each year to recognize everyday heroes within the biotechnology community who have helped heal, fuel and feed the planet through their work.

In a press release, Jim Greenwood, President and CEO of BIO, said, "BIO is honored to present Bob Klein with the 2010 Biotech Humanitarian Award. His vision and determination to create alternatives to federal funding for stem cell research helped make the State of California a global leader in disease research, giving hope and inspiration to millions of patients and families around the world."